Thai Peanut Noodle Bowl
A flavorful and satisfying Thai-inspired noodle bowl with a creamy peanut sauce, fresh vegetables, and noodles. Perfect for a quick and healthy lunch or dinner.
- Author: sarra
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Thai
- Diet: Vegan
- 8 oz rice noodles
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup shredded purple cabbage
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts (optional, for garnish)
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
- 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey
- 1–2 tsp sriracha (to taste)
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2–4 tbsp warm water (to thin the sauce)
- Cook rice noodles according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water. Set aside.
- In a small bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, lime juice, maple syrup or honey, sriracha, sesame oil, and warm water until smooth and creamy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked noodles, carrots, bell pepper, cabbage, and green onions.
- Pour the peanut sauce over the noodles and vegetables. Toss well to coat everything evenly.
- Serve in bowls, garnished with chopped cilantro, roasted peanuts, and sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
- For a protein boost, add grilled tofu, chicken, or shrimp.
- Adjust sriracha to your preferred spice level.
- Use tamari for a gluten-free version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Thai noodles, peanut sauce, vegan noodle bowl, quick dinner, healthy lunch